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Spring 2006
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In this issue: Round two of soil testing looking good for Yuma producers A second round of soil testing shows that producers in the Yuma Conservation District continue to do a good job agronomically. Most of the nutrients applied to their fields are being used by the crops and are not escaping below the root zone, where they could become a potential threat to groundwater quality in the underlying Ogallala Aquifer. More... Nonpoint source outreach mini-grants Colorado’s Nonpoint Source Program offers small grants for projects involving information, education, innovative ideas and seed funding for watershed organizations. These mini-grants, which can be up to $5,000, fund small projects outside the more rigorous nonpoint source grant program. More... Colorado Nonpoint Source Forum to feature workshop on behavior change Doug McKenzie-Mohr is scheduled to present a “More than brochures – real change” workshop in Denver this fall at the Colorado Nonpoint Source Forum. The one-day workshop, offered on Sept. 6 and again on Sept. 7 at the PPA Event Center, will focus on incorporating scientific knowledge about behavior change into the design and delivery of community programs by using strong evaluation tools. More... Colorado Watershed Assembly works to strengthen its network Local watershed groups are working very hard to accomplish important goals unique to their individual communities. The primary function of the Colorado Watershed Assembly (CWA) is to provide support services to local grassroots organizations throughout the state and help develop new groups. More... Colorado Watershed Assembly gets new executive director Jeff Crane was recently named executive director of the Colorado Watershed Assembly (CWA). Previously, Jeanne Beaudry held the post for a short time. More... Waterless washing: The wave of the future What might the future hold in the way of cleaning clothes? A waterless washing unit that uses negative ions, compressed air and deodorants. More... Upcoming Events
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Copyright 2006 League of Women Voters of Colorado Education Fund
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